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Home Service
4.2(
37
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Serving Jacksonville, FL and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I do not typically write reviews but Locksmith downtown was excellent! They were incredibly responsive and solved my issue very quickly. They were very nice and professional and I would recommend their services to anyone!"
garage door
1426 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by10%of homeowners
Lock4u
4.6(
76
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Serving Jacksonville, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Ethan came out to my daughters condo and replaced a screen in her porch. I was blown away at how fast they called me to schedule and price the work and did it the very next day! Job was done perfectly, these guys can do anything you need them to do. And are reasonably priced!! We are keeping their card in case she needs anything else done! Sooooo hard to find anyone to do anything this day and time! Thank Goodness we found someone we can trust to do a great job!!!!"
Response time2 hrs
Response rate94%
Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Kelley's Keys
5.0(
6
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Serving Jacksonville, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2021

Credit card accepted

Offers commercial services

"Greg with Kelly?s Keys was amazing. So friendly, and I could tell he knew his stuff. He left his info so I could call him if I had any questions later. I would recommend him to anyone that needs his kind of assistance. Thank you Angie for bringing him to us. I will definitely call again if I need him."
Response time2 hrs
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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Pick Brothers Lock and Key
4.5(
12
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Serving Jacksonville, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"No check complaints at all. Called ahead, showed up on time, and did a great job changing out our locks at our new home. Definitely would recommend them to anyone looking for a great locksmith. The price was fair and reasonable."
door handle replacement
Response time10 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
3 Max Locksmith
5.0(
6
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Serving Jacksonville, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2024

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Absolutely, here's a review for a locksmith service that helped with a car lockout and key replacement: "I recently found myself locked out of my car, and I contacted this locksmith service . Their response time was impressive, and the locksmith who arrived was professional and courteous. They efficiently unlocked my car and made a new key on the spot. The pricing was fair considering the emergency service provided. Overall, I was highly satisfied with their service and would recommend them to anyone in need of a reliable locksmith for car emergencies.""
Change door lock
Key broken in car door
Door lock picked
Response time8 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Allstate Locksmith & Garage Door
3.4(
173
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Serving Jacksonville, FL and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Top notch! Arrived exactly when expected, worked in a timely manner and did everything he needed to do in a professional manner. Would not hesitate to hire him again or to recommend hm to anyone needing a locksmith."
 commercial locks
 combination lock
schlage alarm lock digital keypad auto locking
schlage alarm lock digital keypad auto locking
mortise lockset in black

+13

Recommended by95%of homeowners
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FAQs for locksmith service projects in Jacksonville, FL

The installation timeframe varies based on door preparation and lock complexity. For doors already prepared with appropriate holes, installation might take 15 to 30 minutes. New installations requiring drilling take one to two hours. First-time DIY installers should allocate additional time to ensure proper alignment and function. Professional locksmiths complete standard installations efficiently due to their specialized tools and experience.

Most residential doors can accommodate deadbolts, but certain door types present challenges. Solid wood and fiberglass doors accept standard deadbolt hardware, while metal doors require specialized drilling equipment. Hollow-core interior doors lack the structural integrity to properly support deadbolts without additional reinforcement. Doors should be at least 1⅜ inches thick to properly house standard deadbolt mechanisms.

Door warranties remain valid when deadbolts are installed according to the manufacturer's guidelines. However, improper installation that damages the door structure might affect warranty coverage. 

Before modifying any door under warranty, review the documentation for specific limitations or requirements regarding hardware installation. Some manufacturers provide templates or guidelines for acceptable lock placement to maintain warranty protection.

Rekeying offers a more economical alternative to complete replacement when you need to change access, but the lock mechanism remains in good condition. This process involves reconfiguring the internal pins to work with a new key while retaining the existing hardware. For homeowners with multiple locks, rekeying provides the convenience of using a single key for all entry points while maintaining security.